2025 Nissan Murano Gets a Total Redesign

Throughout its two decades and three generations, I’ve never been fond of the Nissan Murano’s design. I have to say the newly redesigned 2025 model of the crossover looks fantastic. It’s been ten years since the last Murano broke cover, so it’s about time it got a top-to-bottom reimagining.

The new Murano has a polished, streamlined, modern design that stands out from other crossovers. I like how Nissan has evolved its front-end design, adding wing-like running lights flanking a widened take of its V-Motion grille. Its profile is sleek and curvy, with a cleverly placed chrome trim that’s been curved to make it look more car-like without losing headroom.

Bigger 21-inch rims are available this time, and they have a bold and dynamic design with clusters of painted black spokes. Combined with a 2.6-inch wider stance and flared rear fenders, these dramatic wheels add to the Murano’s presence. Nissan says it will also offer the 2025 Murano in a two-tone paint scheme, which should add to its visual interest. Another notable change is that ground clearance has increased from 6.9 to 8.3 inches.

Gone is the old V6 and CVT, replaced by a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo 4-cylinder engine mated with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The new engine produces 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft. of  torque. Basically, the horsepower and torque figures have flipped for the new engine, and generally speaking, more torque is better than more horsepower when it comes to putting power to the road. Like the outgoing model, it will be available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations.

Inside, the new Murano is dramatically improved. The dashboard has a clean, linear appeal and is topped off by an integrated, dual-display setup – a feature that’s become quite popular with automakers in the last couple of years. Both are 12.3-inch screens, and the touchscreen will be available with Google built-in on the SL and Platinum models, which also have a 10-speaker Bose audio system. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity are also available.

There are dual USB-C charging ports in the front and second rows, and a wireless phone charger is standard. In its most premium trim, the Murano Platinum looks like a luxury car, with quilted semi-aniline leather, available heated and ventilated front seats with massage, 64-color ambient lighting, and more. A panoramic moonroof is also available.

There’s a sporty flat-bottom steering wheel, and the center console offers more storage space thanks to pushbutton shifters. While there are still some physical buttons, Nissan decided to replace the climate controls with a capacitive touch panel. Murano SV and Platinum grades also get ProPilot Assist 1.1, which combines adaptive cruise and lane-centering tech. It also enhances those with GPS data to automatically adjust its speed when approaching curves in the road ahead.

Overall, I’m impressed with the redesign and improvements in the new Murano. Nissan has yet to announce pricing or dealer availability for the latest model, but I expect we will hear more about that by the end of the year.